You'll feel right at home in the Bürstner Lyseo TD736 thanks to its spacious living area and large rear bedroom with queen island bed and double wardrobes. An electric fold down double bed accommodates guests. It’s an entertainer’s dream with galley-style seating and a swivel table, while premium fittings and plenty of storage add to the modern apartment feel.
Actual vehicle may vary slightly from images. Available to view at our NZ sales centres in Auckland and Christchurch.
Read more about the 2024 Bürstner Lyseo TD736 — reviewed by Motorhomes, Caravans & Destinations (MCD) magazine.
Dimensions | L 7.49m, W 2.30, H 2.95m, internal height 2.05m |
Weight | 4250kg (gross), 3355kg (tare) |
Engine | 2024 Fiat Ducato 2.2L Multi-jet 132kw/180HP Euro 6 E Final |
Transmission | 9-speed |
Garage internal dimensions | D 218 x H 86 x W 93 cm |
Safety | Dual airbags, ABS (Anti Lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability Program) including traction control plus and hill holder and single reversing camera |
Berth | 4 (4 seatbelts) |
Beds | Permanent island bed (190 x 145 cm) and fold down double bed (200 x 135/125 cm) |
Cooking | 3 gas hob, oven and extractor fan |
Fridge/freezer | 133L Fridge/12L freezer (runs on 240V, 12V and gas) |
Heating | Truma 6E (runs on 240V, 12V and gas) |
Power | 240V mains, 2 x 12V house batteries, 12V to 240V inverter 1000W, solar panel 100W |
Gas bottles | 2 x 9kg |
Water | 120L fresh water, 90L grey water, 10L hot water |
Toilet/shower | Separate toilet and shower |
Freedom camping certified | Yes |
Optional extras | Speak to our sales team to see what extras are available |
Here’s what’s included when you purchase a new premium German motorhome from us:
For Craig and Sue Pine, the transition from a recreational maritime lifestyle to travelling in a motorhome has been easy and enjoyable. The hardest part of the exercise was finding a motorhome that would meet their expectations.
After a long search through the secondhand market, they found that a new Bürstner Lyseo TD736 Harmony Line fulfilled all their needs — as Craig outlines in this owner story.
Highlights |
I’m someone who usually likes to buy nearly new secondhand, no matter what — as that’s where you get the best value.
We looked everywhere at many secondhand motorhomes but couldn’t find one that met our needs. Some had twin single beds in the rear, while others had tiny little garages that looked pathetic — one seller even suggested that we carry our barbecue in the overhead storage area.
From owning our launch, we knew that our top priorities were an island rear bed and decent storage. So, in January, we settled on buying a new Bürstner Lyseo TD736 from Wilderness in Auckland.
The TD736 was the only motorhome that ticked all our boxes. Craig Pine |
Craig and Sue had spent around 20 enjoyable years cruising in their boats. However, they began to consider owning a motorhome a better option — as it would make their recreation more accessible and cost-effective.
We loved our boats, but there was a lot of time when they sat at the marina collecting barnacles. They needed cleaning off twice a year, and that adds quite a lot of expense to owning a launch.
Then there was the weather to consider. There were many weekends when we couldn’t go away in the boat as only one of the two days had good weather.
A motorhome is something you can enjoy no matter what the weather. Craig Pine |
Since purchasing the Bürstner, the Pines, along with their pair of Spanoodles, Maggie and Molly, have travelled 4500km in it.
We love camping out at beaches and walking our dogs along them. We also started looking for events to take the motorhome to — driving it to the V8 Supercars, a Tom Jones concert in Napier and the Beach Hop in Whangamatā.
Both Craig and Sue work during the week but often take off at the weekends in their Lyseo.
We’ll get away on Saturday morning and often delay returning until early Monday morning. We still haven’t told our kids that there’s a drop down bed above the lounge — just in case they say they want to come too.
The large garage on the TD736 easily swallows the Pine’s large Weber Traveler BBQ and outdoor furniture. However, Craig’s favourite part of their motorhome is the 180hp 2.2L turbo diesel with a nine-speed automatic Fiat Ducato powertrain.
It compares favourably to the secondhand Ducato-based motorhome offering a 2.3L, 130hp engine with a six-speed automatic driveline that the couple viewed before buying their Bürstner.
It was a huge surprise just how good Ducato's latest generation is. The engine has tons of power and is silky smooth — it zips up the hills.
When we get out on the open road, we simply rip up to 90km/h and lock in the cruise control. It’ll use between 10.5L and 11L of diesel every 100km — a huge contrast to our thirsty launch.
I also love the visibility you get from the Ducato cab. We were initially going to buy an integrated motorhome but this is brilliant — and as a bonus, you get easier windscreen replacement and frontal damage repairs.
Craig Pine |
Sue’s favourite element of their Bürstner Lyseo TD736 is its clever interior design and the way it increases convenience and space, which she discusses further.
The lounge table can be adjusted in position and size to suit whatever’s happening at the time. The toilet door can also divide the motorhome into two separate rooms, giving the rear bedroom both privacy and extra space.
I like how the bed has a day mode, sliding backwards to create better access. You don’t have to squeeze past it — and it’s great that both Craig and I have wardrobes on either side.
What I enjoy most is the convenience of owning a motorhome — just being able to park up somewhere and enjoy the view. Sometimes we take it out and go somewhere just for a picnic.
Sue Pine |
Craig loves how easy it is to load and unload the Bürstner whenever the couple reaches or is about to leave a destination. Upon arrival, it’s often a short routine of:
From turning off the engine to sitting in the shade of the awning with a nice glass of wine takes about 15 minutes max.
The Pines do enjoy a tipple. Their previous 12 metre launch was called Rhythm and Wines — while their new Bürstner motorhome has a number plate proudly declaring that it’s 5clock somewhere.
Craig says that their initial familiarisation trip to Sue’s parents' place at Pauanui made them realise that they’d packed too much glassware.
We’ve taken a lot out, but there are still wine and cocktail glasses. That trip was a good way to learn how everything works, as we were on our family turf instead of camping out. We soon found it all very easy to operate compared to a launch.
Another pleasant surprise was how well Bürstner’s cabin is insulated.
We enjoy camping in winter and setting the heater to ensure the cabin is warm and cosy. It’s amazing how quickly it heats up and then maintains the temperature throughout the night — despite us usually leaving the roof vents open.
Craig Pine |
The couple’s dogs, Molly and Maggie, usually fall asleep in their travel crates while the motorhome is on the move. When camping, the Pines often enclose an area with a folding fence — or put their collars on long leads.
We like using the park over properties of the New Zealand Motor Caravan Association (NZMCA) because they’re dog-friendly — plus, Molly and Maggie love chasing balls on any nearby beaches.
A few upgrades the Pines have in mind for their Bürstner Lyseo TD736 include:
It already has a 100 watt (W) panel, an inverter and a pair of 95Ah batteries. But we’re used to having 300W from our time with the launch and swapping the AGM batteries to lithium iron phosphate (LFP) units will almost double the energy storage.
At weekends, the Pines and their dogs are usually found parked at a beach in the upper North Island enjoying a leisurely break from their busy working weeks.
It really helps us slow down a lot.
Wilderness is the exclusive importer of several premium German motorhome brands under the renowned Erwin Hymer Group. These brands were chosen for their suitability in New Zealand conditions — so you can adventure off-the-beaten-track in absolute comfort.
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Bürstner motorhomes are well known for their innovative designs and top quality. They’re created with Bürstner’s guiding design principle in mind — Wohnfühlen meaning comfortable living in German. The global popularity of Bürstner motorhomes — and their high resale value — speak volumes for the brand’s outstanding reputation.
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To find out whether motorhome ownership is worth it, you’ll need to think about your own unique situation. You should consider the initial purchase price as well as ongoing ownership costs.
Motorhome ownership is best suited to those who like to take multiple trips a year and enjoy the flexibility of being able to head off anytime. If this doesn’t sound like you, renting a motorhome may be your best option.
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Our Auckland sales centre is located at 11 Pavilion Drive, Airport Oaks. This is just ten minutes from Auckland Airport, a short drive from State Highway 1, and 25km from the CBD.
Our Christchurch sales centre is conveniently located at 3 Export Ave, Harewood. This is less than ten minutes from Christchurch Airport, a quick drive from State Highway 1, and just 12km from the CBD.